The EA-18G Growler is an electronic warfare capability that has the ability to disrupt or jam a range of military electronics systems, including radars and communications systems.

The Growler will operate in conjunction with our air, land and sea forces. It will improve situational awareness and protect our forces by providing the ability to deny or disrupt an adversary’s use of the electromagnetic spectrum and hence, their electronic systems.

It will be able to support the full spectrum of Defence tasks, from evacuations to major conflicts.

The $1.5 billion EA-18G Growler purchase includes the aircraft, required mission and support systems, training, and ongoing support to effectively develop and operate a Growler capability. Defence plans to achieve Initial Operational Capability (IOC) in 2018.